Best spray treatment for Rust Repair?

LenWoods

Hi all,
I'm looking for advice on the best method to go about treating some rust on a set of car seat rails,
Ideally somthing in a spray can or two spray cans,
But before that what's the best way to clean them up ready for painting
Thanks

Purchased them last week; they have been sitting in a garage for a while well over a year and accumulated some patina
The fabric is excellent though.
See link for images: https://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/115717-rust-seat-rail-repair/


All input greatly appreciated; I did attempt to post in the motoring section first; but the sticky on the forum said it was for mechanics to share advice, since I'm not a mechanic and commencing a DIY project well it seems to fit nicely in here,
Thanks

stoneill

If you don't want to use any power tools then wire brush, wire wool and emery cloth to get down to base metal and then a few coats of rustoleum or similar product.

hesker

A very dilute solution of oxalic acid is good for rust removal on delicate surfaces such as chrome.

But I’d be getting the sand paper at that or wire brush / rotary tool.

Looks like a fair bit of work and stripping required to do it right. If I was you I’d definitely seek advice in some motoring forum before going ahead. Someone must have considered this at some point.

jmreire

LenWoods wrote: »

Hi all,
I'm looking for advice on the best method to go about treating some rust on a set of car seat rails,
Ideally somthing in a spray can or two spray cans,
But before that what's the best way to clean them up ready for painting
Thanks

Purchased them last week; they have been sitting in a garage for a while well over a year and accumulated some patina
The fabric is excellent though.
See link for images: https://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/115717-rust-seat-rail-repair/


All input greatly appreciated; I did attempt to post in the motoring section first; but the sticky on the forum said it was for mechanics to share advice, since I'm not a mechanic and commencing a DIY project well it seems to fit nicely in here,
Thanks

Thats not a bad case of rust at all, its only surface rust, no hole's or frayed metal, A good wire brush, and plenty of elbow grease, ( or rotary wire brush on a dremel or drill )and it will fly off. While you are working on it, use a hoover / vacuum cleaner to suck away the debris that is coming off it. Then get a good anti-rust primer, and give it a few coats by brush or spray, I'd prefer brush personally,,,spraying tends to put over spray on the adjoining area's, and besides, the brush will give a heavier coating.( allowing drying time between coats) Then some color coats of your choice, most likely the original black? They are fine seats...don't worry about the rust, its not terminal, only cosmetic.

LenWoods

hesker wrote: »

A very dilute solution of oxalic acid is good for rust removal on delicate surfaces such as chrome.

But I’d be getting the sand paper at that or wire brush / rotary tool.

Looks like a fair bit of work and stripping required to do it right. If I was you I’d definitely seek advice in some motoring forum before going ahead. Someone must have considered this at some point.

jmreire wrote: »

Thats not a bad case of rust at all, its only surface rust, no hole's or frayed metal, A good wire brush, and plenty of elbow grease, ( or rotary wire brush on a dremel or drill )and it will fly off. While you are working on it, use a hoover / vacuum cleaner to suck away the debris that is coming off it. Then get a good anti-rust primer, and give it a few coats by brush or spray, I'd prefer brush personally,,,spraying tends to put over spray on the adjoining area's, and besides, the brush will give a heavier coating.( allowing drying time between coats) Then some color coats of your choice, most likely the original black? They are fine seats...don't worry about the rust, its not terminal, only cosmetic.

stoneill wrote: »

If you don't want to use any power tools then wire brush, wire wool and emery cloth to get down to base metal and then a few coats of rustoleum or similar product.

Thanks for all responses guys,
I haven't had a chance to respond until now due to work; I plan to go to woodies today and purchase some items as advised by yourselves thanks for all input much appreciated,

I got a bit brave yesterday after work I removed the existing front passenger seat from my focus and managed to transfer the sub frame and rail straight over to fully restore the Recaro as it turns out the sub frame and sliding rail is identical on all focus from 2005-2011 both standard and ST
Heres some pictures of the progress if anyone is interested thanks very much
https://www.fordownersclub.com/forums/topic/115717-rusty-seat-rail-repair/?do=findComment&comment=815880